Connor: I think the Johnson 115 is a good fit for the boat. Yesterday, with very calm seas, our max speed recorded was 29.8 knots with about a full tank, bimini up, and 3 on board. That was turning about 5600 rpm with a 3 blade aluminum 15.25x15 prop. The boat was not loaded down with extra gear, though, like it would be if we were going on a longer trip or diving. No livewell, either, and no big coolers of ice. I think with a full load it would still give me a good turn of speed. But only about 2 MPG, so with a 35 gallon tank we are not cruising far distances!
As to the gelcoat on the bow, I have yet to do the deck gelcoat repairs. The prior owner put some epoxy over some of the spots that have discolored, and I am terrible at matching colors, so have been avoiding that part of her restoration.
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